It’s a big week for the smallest state in the union – first, Miss Rhode Island gets crowned as Miss America 2012 then chef Brian Poe announces he’s hosting a Taste of Rhode Island beer dinner at Poe’s Kitchen. Bask in all the wonderful things our neighbors to the southeast have to offer on Tuesday, June 12th when chef Poe puts together a four-course menu blending Rhode Island-inspired fare with some Latin American twists and pairs it with Narragansett beers. The dinner, which will feature Ocean State-sourced seafood and veggies, costs $45 per person and will be available starting at 7:00pm. See Rhode Island shine – without the evening gowns and tiaras – call Poe’s Kitchen at 617.859.8555 or book online.